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what is the role of limestone in the extraction of iron from its oxide ?

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The main role of limestone in extraction of iron is to decomposes in hot furnace and form the calcium oxide. Iron is extracted from its ore, haematite, in a blast furnace. ... The limestone decomposes in the hot furnace, forming calcium oxide. This reacts with the sandy impurities (silicon dioxide) to form a slag.&lt;marquee&gt;♥mark as brainliest..✌♥&lt;/marquee&gt;

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The main role of limestone in extraction of iron is to decomposes in hot furnace and form the calcium oxide. Iron is extracted from its ore, haematite, in a blast furnace. ... The limestone decomposes in the hot furnace, forming calcium oxide. This reacts with the sandy impurities (silicon dioxide) to form a slag.

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